Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.  Hiring range for this position is $36,816.00 - $43,992.00 per hour. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 12.    The location for this position will be at the Active Living Center.  General Definition of Work: Performs intermediate professional work assisting in planning, organizing, and implementing department projects, programs, and events. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Active Living Program Manager & Parks Project/Event Manager. Supervision is exercised over event volunteers.Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Assisting with the planning and coordination of major events and projects for senior center and parks programs. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) * Assists with daily operation of Active Living Centers; and programs, events, projects and/or activities in the Active Living Centers or Parks locations as needed. * Secures monies used in transactions and collections for event fees utilizing department software. * Maintains clean and safe work locations. * Attends meetings as required. * Maintain correspondence as required. * Performs related tasks as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles, rules, materials and equipment requirements associated with older adult programs and needs; special event and project management and knowledge; some knowledge of first aid methods and necessary safety precautions to be used in recreation work; working knowledge of office equipment and computers and applicable software applications; ability to develop and implement program standards and objectives outlined by administration; ability to organize and coordinate a variety of programs, events, and projects for older adults; ability to plan and supervise the work of volunteers; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, subordinate staff, associates and the general public. Education and Experience: Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in gerontology, parks and recreation or a related field and some experience in a related parks and recreation field including group recreation activities, events and wellness programs. Some event/project planning experience preferred.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Special Requirements: Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.  Position is a safety-sensitive position as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Policy. Possession of CPR and first aid certification.      Physical Requirements: This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force regularly to move objects; work requires crouching, reaching, fingering, standing and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.     Supplemental and Contact Information: Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.   Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.  Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.  Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 - 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received.  It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.    For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.